BetweenTwoBrains · Between Two Brains: Brain oscillatory basis of human collaboration

Between Two Brains: Brain oscillatory basis of human collaboration

The BetweenTwoBrains project tackled the complex challenge of understanding the neural mechanisms underlying social collaboration and interaction. This research is crucial for society as social cognition and collaboration are fundamental to human functioning, profoundly impacting daily life, from professional teamwork to personal relationships and overall mental well-being. By delving into the biological underpinnings of social collaboration, the project helps to deconstruct preconceived notions about social functioning, potentially reducing the stigma associated with social difficulties. The project's significance extends beyond individual interactions to broader societal implications, including potential applications in mental health, particularly for conditions characterised by social challenges such as autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and psychosis. To address these complex issues, the project set out three main objectives. First, it sought to investigate the specificity of neural networks involved in social collaboration using advanced neuroimaging techniques to map brain activity during social interactions. Second, it aimed to probe the link between interpersonal synchronisation and social collaboration, exploring how physical coordination relates to perceived collaborative success. Finally, it focused on investigating synchronisation in autism spectrum disorder, examining how differences in social perception might manifest in individuals with autistic traits or at risk of psychosis. These objectives were designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of social collaboration's neural and behavioural aspects, from basic perceptual processes to more complex social interactions, including atypical social cognition.

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